Rufo Guerreschi - Member of the Steering Board
(Italy) Rufo Guerreschi is an accomplished activist, researcher, and entrepreneur dedicated to advancing liberty and democracy globally through innovative digital technologies. He founded the Trustless Computing Association and its spin-in, TRUSTLESS.AI. Rufo has been the visionary behind the Free and Safe in Cyberspace conference series since 2015, which advocates for a groundbreaking IT security paradigm—the Trustless Computing Paradigms—to harmonize personal freedoms with public safety.
Previously, he was the founder and CEO of Participatory Technologies Srl, a company that provided open-source e-democracy solutions to transnational political organizations across three continents. As the Global Vice President at 4thPass, he pioneered the first Java mobile app store system, securing over 10 million euros in deals with major clients like Telefonica. As the CEO of Open Media Park, Rufo significantly increased the project's valuation from 3 million to 21 million euros, focusing on developing a cutting-edge cybersecurity and new media technology park in Rome.
Roberto Savio - Member of the Steering Board
(Italy/Argentina) Roberto Savio is an esteemed Italo-Argentinian journalist, communication expert, and a respected political commentator. He is also a passionate activist for social and climate justice, advocating for global governance. He co-founded Inter Press Service in 1964 and led its transformation into the premier news agency of the Global South over the following decades. Roberto served as the Deputy Director of the World Policy Forum Scientific Council, an initiative founded by Mikhail Gorbachev.
Since its inception in 2001, he has been an active member of the International Committee of the World Social Forum. Roberto oversees international relations at the Belgrade European Centre for Peace and Development. Previously, he was the Chairman of the Board of the Alliance for a New Humanity, further demonstrating his commitment to fostering global collaboration and peace.
Marta Jastrzębska - Member of the Steering Board
(Poland/UK) Marta Jastrzębska is an asset management professional with a deep understanding of traditional and non-traditional investment strategies. She began her career in 2007 at Charlemagne Capital, an emerging markets specialist later acquired by Fiera Capital, a global firm managing C$160 billion in assets.
Marta's extensive client relations experience spans global markets, including Europe, Asia, MENA, and North America, covering a diverse investor base. Additionally, Marta became a member of Fiera’s Global Sustainable investing team, serving as Fiera Europe’s representative and advocating for Women’s empowerment in the workplace. She holds an MSc in Finance from the London School of Economics, specializing in portfolio management and an MA in Law from Wrocław University, specializing in Constitutional Law and Human Rights.
Akash Wasil - Member of the Steering Board
Akash Wasil is an AI Policy Researcher at Control.AI, specializing in the critical field of AI governance. Previously, he served as an AI Governance Researcher at the Center for AI Safety in Berkeley, California, and as an Analyst at the Stanford Existential Risks Initiative, where he contributed to understanding and mitigating risks associated with advanced AI technologies.
Akash graduated Phi Beta Kappa in Psychology from Harvard University, where he distinguished himself academically and laid a solid foundation for his contributions to the intersection of technology and policy.
Marco Landi - Member of the Steering Board
(France) Marco Landi serves as President of EuropIA Institut; he leads a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for safe and sovereign AI. He is also the President of Questit, a pioneering AI startup. Previously, he was President and Chief Operating Officer at Apple Computers in Cupertino, overseeing Global Operations, Marketing, and Sales, significantly contributing to the company's success.
In addition to his corporate roles, Marco founded the World AI Cannes Festival, one of Europe's leading AI conferences and expos. This event highlights cutting-edge developments in AI technology, attracting industry leaders and innovators from around the globe.
Jan Philipp Albrecht - Member of the Steering Board
(Germany) Jan Philippe Albrecht is a European and German politician recognized for his significant contributions to digital civil rights. As a member of the EU Parliament, he notably served as the Vice-Chair of the European Parliament Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice, and Home Affairs, emphasizing his commitment to civil liberties. From 2018 to 2022, he took on the Minister for Energy, Agriculture, the Environment, Nature, and Digitalization role in the German State of Schleswig-Holstein, enhancing his impact on environmental and digital policy.
Additionally, Jan Philippe is a member of NOYB – European Center for Digital Rights, an organization spearheaded by Max Schrems that focuses on protecting digital privacy. He currently leads the Heinrich Böll Foundation as its President, driving initiatives promoting the environment, civil rights, and multilateral democracy across 30 countries with a dedicated staff of 180.